Intern, Corporate Communications

As an independent group of companies, the BMW Group has a commitment to creativity and breakthrough ideas that goes well beyond the racetrack. In order to continuously create ultimate driving machines, we drive our growth and design excellence by staffing our teams with individuals who are innovative and always looking for the next great idea. If you share our vision and view yourself as an independent, creative thinker, we invite you to join our team in this exceptional role located in Woodcliff Lake, NJ.

This is a full-time internship position for our Fall Rotation, from September 9, 2024 through December 20, 2024 in Woodcliff Lake, NJ.

The intern will assist the corporate communications team by supporting various internal and external projects and initiatives aimed at promoting BMW and our products in the U.S. The intern will work across teams, thereby gaining insight into many aspects of the department and developing a holistic understanding of both BMW business in the U.S., the media, and the market itself.  

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaboratively develop communications plans
• Coordinate proactive and reactive communications with media
• Help plan, manage and staff media events.
• Write and edit press materials and reports
• Work with internal and external partners and stakeholders

Join the BMW North America team and enjoy a high-performance Total Rewards package that may include:

• Medical Insurance
  • All with options for $0 Employee contribution
• Paid Time Off in addition to Company paid holidays where eligible
• Hybrid work environment
• Intern Vehicle Lease Program

The hourly rate for Undergraduate students is $25.30

The hourly rate for Graduate students is $32.20

The selected student's academic level will be used to determine the final pay rate. This statement is in accordance with state and local pay disclosure requirements. 

Even more so than the generous compensation and benefits, the culture and values of Shared Services make it the ultimate working environment. These values are Responsibility, Appreciation, Transparency, Trust, and Openness. We allow these values to guide the way we conduct ourselves and our business.

At BMW, we are driven by diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and are welcoming of all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Requirements:

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor or master’s degree program at an accredited college or university 
• Possess a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (not just in major)
• Have completed at least 30 college credit hours at time of application 
• Field of study: Communications, Public Relations or other related field
• Must attach a copy of college unofficial transcript
• Ability to work full-time (36.25 hours/week)
• Prior BMW Group experience (applicable to international J1 students only)
• Excellent time-management skills; ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information
• Excellent organizational and planning skills
• Self-motivated, adaptable to a dynamic environment
• Able to work both independently and as part of a team
• Strong analytical capabilities

Preferences:

• Languages: English (fluent, oral and written)